Union Production Operator

CHS Inc.

. Perform snow removal . Maintain housekeeping, sanitation schedules, and the general appearance of the assigned work area . Load and unload products from and to trucks and railcars and carry materials . Conduct

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeMankato • Minnesota • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $29 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong capabilities in performing snow removal, maintaining cleanliness and safety in work areas, and operating equipment such as forklifts and skid steers. Ability to handle physical demands of the role, including lifting and working in various conditions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Snow RemovalForklift OperationSkid Steer OperationPreventative MaintenanceSafety Culture Promotion

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Hard Skills

Snow RemovalPreventative MaintenanceLifting 50 lbsOperating ForkliftOperating Skid SteerShovelingSweeping

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationSafety Awareness

Industry Keywords

HousekeepingSanitation SchedulesPlant Outages12-Hour Rotating ShiftPhysical Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform snow removal
Maintain housekeeping, sanitation schedules, and the general appearance of the assigned work area
Load and unload products from and to trucks and railcars and carry materials
Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance and equipment tasks as required
Operate a forklift and skid steer
Assist with plant outages and shutdowns
Keep work areas clean, orderly, and safe
Fill in on shift operations jobs as needed
Assist with all production operations
Help establish a culture of safety with team members
Approach every task with safety as the first work consideration
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must meet the age requirement
High School diploma or GED preferred
Must be able to push, pull, and physically lift 50 lbs.
Must be able to work while squatting, kneeling, or crawling
Must be able to work in noisy, dusty, and otherwise undesirable conditions
Must be able to climb ladders and work at heights up to 120 ft
Must be able to lift, use tools, shovel, and sweep
Must be able to spend considerable periods on feet, including walking, standing, climbing steps, and climbing ladders
Selected candidates may be required to pass pre-employment screenings, including drug, criminal, motor vehicle, physical requirements, and FMSCA Clearinghouse checks
Must be willing to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule, including weekends and holidays, for future union roles

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Wellness programs
Life insurance
Health and dependent care spending accounts
Paid time off
401(k)
Pension
Disability benefits
Training provided for forklift and skid steer operation
Opportunities to grow into open union roles